Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70
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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/1.72" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS60
- Successor is Panasonic ZS80

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Panasonic ZS70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) and the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and ZS70 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

The Z1485 IS was manufactured 9 years earlier than the ZS70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z1485 IS matches up versus the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z1485 IS over the Panasonic ZS70
Z1485 IS | ZS70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Kodak Z1485 IS
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Introduced | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 100 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z1485 IS and Panasonic ZS70
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z1485 IS enjoys external dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Z1485 IS and the ZS70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z1485 IS and ZS70 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z1485 IS and ZS70.
As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z1485 IS featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS70 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Z1485 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z1485 IS vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.4 x 5.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4352 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 322 gr (0.71 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $179 | $450 |